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Ministry of Defence
Defence Pensioners Requested to Complete Annual Identification by June 25, 2022
The Ministry of Defence has extended the timeline for completing the annual identification/life certification by those defence pensioners who are yet to complete the same, until 25th June 2022.
Upon verification of data received as of 25th May 2022, it is noticed that 34,636 Pensioners who have been migrated to SPARSH have not completed their annual identification – neither online nor through their respective banks by November 2021. The April 2022 Monthly Pension was credited through a special one-time waiver for 58,275 Pensioners , as their annual identification details could not be verified by their respective banks by month-closing.
The process of Annual Identification/Life Certification is a statutory requirement for continued and timely credit of monthly pension. In the absence of Annual Identification/Life Certification, the initial waiver was given till 25 May 2022 and the same has now been extended by MoD till June 25, 2022.
Annual Identification/Life Certification can be done via the following means:
- Via the Digital Jeevan Pramaan online/Jeevan Pramaan Face App for Android Users
- Details of installation & usage may be found here: https://jeevanpramaan.gov.in/package/documentdowload/JeevanPramaan_FaceApp_3.6_Installation
- SPARSH Pensioner: Please choose Sanctioning Authority as “ Defence – PCDA  Allahabad” & Disbursing Authority as “SPARSH – PCDA  Allahabad
- Legacy Pensioner : Please choose your respective Sanctioning Authority as “Defence – Jt.CDA Subroto Park” or Defence – PCDA  Allahabad” or “Defence – PCDA  Mumbai& Disbursing Authority as your respective pension disbursing bank/DPDO etc.
- Pensioners may also visit Common Service Centres  for completion of Annual Identification. Find your nearest CSC here: https://findmycsc.nic.in/
- Pensioners may also visit their nearest DPDO for updation of Life Certification. Legacy Pensioners may continue to update their Life Certification with their respective banks.
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Ministry of Defence
Indian Coast Guard rescues 32 Bangladeshi Fishermen
Indian Coast Guard  rescued 32 Bangladeshi fishermen and handed over to Bangladesh Coast Guard  today in accordance with existing Memorandum of Understanding between the two Coast Guards. Indian Coast Guard Ship, Varad rescued 32 Bangladeshi fishermen after their boats capsized at Indo-Bangla International Maritime Boundary Line and handed over them safely to Bangladesh Coast Guard Ship ‘Tajuddin ’. Bangladesh Coast Guard has thanked Indian Coast Guard for their humanitarian role in saving the lives of Bangladeshi fishermen.
The Bangladeshi fishermen’s boats had capsized during cyclonic weather/ depression, which travelled along the coast of Bangladesh and West Bengal between 19-20 Aug 22. Most of these fishermen were found clinging on to nets/ floats, in turbulent sea and struggling to survive for almost 24 hours after their boats had capsized, when they were sighted by Indian Coast Guard ships and aircraft on 20 Aug 22. Out of 32 Bangladeshi fishermen, 27 were rescued by Indian Coast Guard in deep waters and remaining 05 were rescued by Indian fishermen in shallow areas.
With the first indication of formation of ‘Low Pressure Area’ forecast by IMD, Indian Coast Guard had alerted its ships/ aircraft and all shore units in the state of West Bengal and Odisha. Indian Coast Guard monitors weather updates daily issuing advisories to fisheries and local administration for instituting necessary measures during likely formation of Low Pressure/ Cyclone. Indian Coast Guard has been working in close coordination with civil administration, fisheries authorities and local fishing/ trawler organisations of respective states of West Bengal and Odisha to mitigate the risks posed by impending weather/ cyclone.
As part of its charter of duties, the Indian Coast Guard undertakes Maritime Search and Rescue operations frequently. The Indian Coast Guard not only provides solace to fishermen and mariners in distress, but also provides humanitarian assistance. This operation reflects the commitment of Indian Coast Guard towards safeguarding precious lives at sea against all odds. Such successful search and rescue operations will not only strengthen the regional SAR structure but also enhance the international cooperation with neighboring countries.
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Special Service and Features
4 KG Gold worth Rs. 2.06 Crore seized by Chennai Air Customs. Two Arrested
On Friday based on information Emirates flight EK 542 which arrived from Dubai was rummaged. Two gold paste packets wrapped with black adhesive tape weighing 1448 grams were recovered from under the cushion of one of the aircraft seats. On extraction 1.3 Kg of gold of 24 k purity valued at Rs. 67.25 lakhs was extracted and seized as unclaimed under Customs Act.
Earlier on Thursday based on specific information six passengers, Shagul Ameed, 39, of Cuddalore, Mohammed Baisul,24, of SP Pattinam, Barkath Basha,36, of Chennai, Syed Ahamed , 26 ,of Salem, Adam,41, of Pasipattinam, and Sakkla Sarthar, 55 of Chennai who arrived from Dubai by flights FZ8517, AI express IX 1644 and 6E-8497 were intercepted at exit on suspicion of carrying gold. On personal search 19 bundles of gold paste weighing 3 kg were recovered from their rectum which yielded 2.6 kg of gold; and one chain and gold plate were also recovered from hand baggage. Total 2.7 kg gold valued at Rs.1.39 crore was recovered and seized under Customs Act 1962. Two were arrested.
Total 4 Kg gold of 24k purity worth Rs. 2.06 Crore seized under Customs Act.
Further investigation is under process, according to a press release issued by the Commissioner of Customs Chennai International Airport.
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s Statement ahead of his visit to Japan
I will be visiting Tokyo, Japan from 23-24 May 2022 at the invitation of His Excellency Mr. Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan.
In March 2022, I had the pleasure of hosting Prime Minister Kishida for the 14th India-Japan Annual Summit. During my visit to Tokyo, I look forward to continuing our conversation further, with an aim to strengthen the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.
In Japan, I will also participate in the second in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will provide an opportunity for the leaders of the four Quad countries to review the progress of Quad initiatives. We will also exchange views about developments in the Indo-Pacific region and global issues of mutual interest.
I will hold a bilateral meeting with President Joseph Biden, where we will discuss further consolidation of our multi-faceted bilateral relations with U.S.A. We will also continue our dialogue on regional developments and contemporary global issues.
The newly-elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will be joining the Quad Leaders’ Summit for the first time. I look forward to a bilateral meeting with him during which the multifaceted cooperation between India and Australia under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and regional and global issues of mutual interest will be discussed.
Economic cooperation between India and Japan is an important aspect of our Special Strategic and Global Partnership. During the March Summit, PM Kishida and I had announced our intention to realize JPY 5 trillion in public and private investment and financing over the next five years from Japan to India. During the forthcoming visit, I will meet with Japanese business leaders with the goal of further strengthening economic linkages between our countries, in pursuit of this objective.
Japan is home to nearly 40,000 members of the Indian diaspora, who are an important anchor in our relations with Japan. I look forward to interacting with them.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
NYKS CONDUCTS CLEAN INDIA DRIVE AT CHARMINAR
As a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan  conducts Clean India drive on Monday at Charminar in the city.
Speaking on the occasion Chief Guest NYKS Regional Director Shri.Satya Prakash Patnaik said that through this campaign “we are not only organising clean India drive but also generating awareness about clean and healthy surroundings.” As a part of Clean India programme various activities under arbeing taken up in districts of Telangana, he further said.
As a part of this drive, NYK, NSS volunteers collected waste including single use plastic from the surrounding areas of Charminar and locals were made aware about the benefits of cleanliness and were advised to avoid single use plastics and their proper disposal.
Addressing the media NYKS State Director Shri Anshuman Prasad Das, said that the Clean India campaign is conducted throughout the country covering 744 districts, six lakh villages with the involvement of more than 2.5 lakh youth clubs on the occasion of Azadi Ka Amruth Mahotsav. At the beginning of the ceremony, a Swachhata pledge was administered by the NYKS District Youth Officer Ms. Khushbu Gupta to the volunteers, comprising NYKS and local youth who carried out the campaign in the areas surrounding Charminar in the city.
Government of India had launched the ‘Clean India’ program on 1st October aiming at creating awareness on cleanliness as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to commemorate 75years of India’s Independence.
Shri. Surya Kumar GHMC Deputy Commissioner, Md.Sohail Quadri Charminar Corporator, Shri Srinivas Deputy Executive Engineer Sanitation , Shri Venugopal SETWIN Director participated in the program as special invites. Staff & Officials NYKS, NSS and about 150 volunteers from various associations participated in this clean India programme.
Prime Minister's Office
Press Release on Prime Minister’s Tribute at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid floral tribute at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at Piazza Gandhi in the city of Rome.
After paying tribute, Prime Minister also greeted the members of Indian Diaspora who were present there in large numbers.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Govt. of India has so far provided more 16.33 crore vaccine doses to States/UTs Free of Cost
More than 1 crore doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered
More than 19 Lakh doses in addition will be received by the States/UTs in the next 3 days
Vaccination is a crucial pillar of the five point strategy of Government of India to fight the pandemic including Test, Track, Treat and COVID Appropriate Behaviour. Government of India has been leading the fight against the COVID19 pandemic. Several proactive steps have been taken the Union Government for containment and management of the COVID19 pandemic.
Government of India has so far provided nearly 16.33 crore vaccine doses  to States/UTs Free of Cost .
Of this, the total consumption including wastages is 15,33,56,503 doses.
More than 1 crore COVID Vaccine doses  are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Near 20 lakh  vaccine doses will be received in addition by the States/UTs within the next 3 days.
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Ministry of Finance
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PRESS COMMUNIQUE
Calendar for Auction of Government of India Treasury Bills

After reviewing its cash position, Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, has decided to notify the amounts for the issuance of Treasury Bills for the quarter ending March 2023 as under:
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Notified Amount for Auction of Treasury Bills

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Date of Auction
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Date of Issue
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91 DAYS
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182 DAYS
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364 DAYS
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Total

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04-Jan -2023
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05-Jan-2023
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7,000
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13,000
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10,000
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30,000
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11-Jan -2023
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12-Jan-2023
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7,000
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13,000
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10,000
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30,000
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18-Jan -2023
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19-Jan-2023
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7,000
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13,000
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10,000
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30,000
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25-Jan -2023
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27-Jan-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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01- Feb-2023
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02-Feb-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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08-Feb-2023
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09-Feb-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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15-Feb-2023
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16-Feb-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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22-Feb-2023
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23-Feb-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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01-Mar-2023
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02-Mar-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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08-Mar-2023
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09-Mar-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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15-Mar-2023
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16-Mar-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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23-Mar-2023
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24-Mar-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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29-Mar-2023
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31-Mar-2023
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7,000
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12,000
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10,000
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29,000
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Total
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91,000
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1,59,000
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1,30,000
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3,80,000
The Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, will have the flexibility to modify the notified amount and timing for auction of Treasury Bills depending upon the requirements of the Government of India, evolving market conditions and other relevant factors, after giving due notice to the market. Thus, the calendar is subject to change, if circumstances so warrant, including for reasons such as intervening holidays. Such changes, if any, will be communicated through Press Releases.
The auction of Treasury Bills will be subject to the terms and conditions specified in the General Notification No. F.No.4-W&M/2018 dated March 27, 2018 issued by the Government of India, as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Press Information Bureau and Central Bureau of Communication, Panaji organize Workshop on Countering Misinformation
Goa, 4 September 2023
Press Information Bureau  in collaboration with the Central Bureau of Communication organized an educational workshop at Don Bosco College in Panaji, Goa today. The workshop, led by Gautam S Kumar, Deputy Director at Press Information Bureau, Panaji, was dedicated to countering misinformation by enhancing media literacy. Directed at students of the Mass Communication Department, the session also aimed at providing essential tools for identifying, analyzing, and addressing misinformation in the present communication environment.
The primary purpose of this workshop was to introduce students to the concept of media literacy and empower them to confront the challenges posed by fake news and false narratives. During the session, participants engaged in discussions about the growing threat of DeepFakes and deliberated on techniques for recognizing deceptive media content. Practical exercises allowed students to actively differentiate genuine videos from counterfeit ones.
Students shared their perspectives on news and misinformation, contributing innovative ideas for improving fake news detection methods. This exchange of ideas promoted critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the evolving media landscape.
Furthermore, the event included the presentation of prizes for an essay writing competition conducted ahead of the workshop. Recognizing and encouraging students' insightful contributions added value to the workshop. Press Information Bureau and Central Bureau of Communication hope to organize more such workshops across educational institutions in the state.PIB Panaji | Gautam SK/S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Ministry of Minority Affairs
The Chairman, National Commission for Minorities, Shri Iqbal Singh Lalpura holds a meeting of the Commission in New Delhi
NCM diposes 317 petitions ; holds hearing for 13 cases during the period from 30th June to 20th September, 2022
The monthly meeting of the National Commission for Minorities was held today under the chairmanship of Shri Iqbal Singh Lalpura, Chairman. The Vice-Chairman and members of the Commission were present during the meeting along with all senior officers. Important issues with respect to the Commission were discussed during the meeting.
From 30th June, 2022 to 20th September, 2022, NCM has received 511 petitions out of which 317 have been disposed off. In remaining 194 cases, action has been initiated and reports have been called /are at present at different levels of submission.
During the same period from 30th June to 20th September, 2022, National Commission for Minorities held hearing for 13 cases and gave suitable direction to the concerned to resolve the issues at the earliest.
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Coastal Shipping Traffic
The details of the coastal shipping traffic in the last three years are as under:
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Coastal Shipping Traffic for last three years 
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Coastal Cargo
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2020-21
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2021-22
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2022-23
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Total 
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114
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133
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151
Under Sagarmala Programme, various initiatives and projects have been undertaken to facilitate shifting of cargo from conventional land-based transportation to coastal shipping mode.The Government has taken following measures to enhance freight movement through coastal shipping:
 The Coastal Berth Scheme under the Sagarmala Programme provides financial assistance for creation of infrastructure to promote movement of cargo/passengers by Sea/National Waterways. Under the Sagarmala Programme, 75 projects worth Rs.2985 Crore have been sanctioned for the development of Coastal Berths, Ro-Ro/Ro-Pax Jetties, Passenger Jetties etc. Out of which 15 projects worth Rs 849 Crore have been completed.
(ii Licensing relaxation under section 407 of the Merchant shipping Act is given to container vessels for carrying EXIM containers and empty containers at transhipment ports for outbound transport; and to foreign flag vessels carrying Agricultural, fisheries, horticultural, fertilizers and animal produce commodities subject to the condition that these commodities constitute at least 50% of the cargo on board the ship at the beginning of the coastal leg.
 A discount of 40% is offered by major ports on vessel and cargo related charges to coastal cargo vessels.
 Priority berthing policy for coastal vessels has been notified to reduce turnaround time for coastal vessels and improve their utilization.
 Reduction of GST on bunker fuels used in Indian Flag Vessels from 18% to 5%.
 Green channel clearance introduced for faster evacuation of coastal cargo at ports.
 Allowed reimbursement of freight subsidy on primary movement of subsidized urea and P&K fertilizers by coastal shipping or inland water transportation.
 The projects for improvement in the first and last mile road and rail connectivity with all the major and non-major ports have also been identified for faster cargo movement. Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is working with Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to implement these projects.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal in a written reply to the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 141.37 Cr
More than 32 Lakh doses administered in the last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently at 98.40% is highest since March 2020
6,987 New Cases reported in the last 24 hours
India's Active Caseload currently stands at 76,766
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 1% for last 42 days
With the administration of 32,90,766 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 141.37 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 1,50,19,426 sessions.
The break-up of the cumulative figure as per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,03,86,889
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2nd Dose
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96,78,711
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,83,84,805
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2nd Dose
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1,68,32,147
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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49,31,81,327
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2nd Dose
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31,37,54,574
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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19,30,37,920
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2nd Dose
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14,54,97,411
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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12,05,58,233
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2nd Dose
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9,24,60,408
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Total
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1,41,37,72,425
The recovery of 7,091 patients in the last 24 hours has increased the cumulative tally of recovered patients  to 3,42,30,354.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.40%, highest since March 2020.
Sustained and collaborative efforts by the Centre and the States/UTs continue the trend of less than 15,000 Daily New Cases that is being reported for last 59 days now.
6,987 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
India’s Active Caseload is presently at 76,766. Active cases constitute 0.22% of the country's total Positive Cases, which is lowest since March 2020.
The testing capacity across the country continues to be expanded. The last 24 hours saw a total of 9,45,455 tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 67.19 Cr  cumulative tests.
While testing capacity has been enhanced across the country, Weekly Positivity Rate at 0.62% remains less than 1% for the last 42 days now. The Daily Positivity rate reported to be 0.74%. The daily Positivity rate has remained below 2% for last 83 days and below 3% for 118 consecutive days now.
Prime Minister's Office
PM attends Padma Awards ceremony
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has attended the Padma Awards ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Today’s Padma Awards ceremony was another great opportunity to interact with the outstanding awardees, who are doing excellent work among people."
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Improve Navigation Facilities
A total of Rs. 6639 cr. has been allocated for capacity augmentation of existing and new waterways and development of jetties to improve the navigation facilities in the country, details of which is given at Annexure-1.
Rs. 123.40 crore was sanctioned for the development of 37 km stretch of South Buckingham canal between Shollinganallur to Kalpakam of NW-4 in 2014. Subsequently, IWAI carried out survey / studies and initiated action to develop the stretch between Sholinganallur to Kalpakam  in the first phase. However, the work could not commence due to significant encroachment on the waterway.
Annexure -1
The details of projects and funds sanctioned on National Waterway  during last 5 years
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S. No.
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Projects Sanctioned on National Waterway  with States
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Investment
Sanctioned

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1.
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Jal Marg Vikas Project  on Varanasi-Haldia stretch  of NW-1  in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand & West Bengal sanctioned on 03.01.2018
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5362
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2.
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 SFC appraised Project for Development of NW-2  in July 2020 and revised in November 2022 in Assam
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474
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 DIB appraised project for construction of Alternative road to Pandu Port on NW-2 to NH-27 in Assam sanctioned in January 2023
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180
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 DIB appraised project for construction Ship repair facility at Pandu on NW-2 to NH-27 in Assam sanctioned in January 2023
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208
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3.
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SFC appraised Project for Development of NW-16  and Indian Portion of Indo-Bangladesh Route in July 2020 and revised in November 2022 in Assam
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148
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4.
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DIB Memo approved for Phase-I development of 16 NWs  for 2 years- 2022-23 & 2023-24& till 2025-26 for certain NWs sanctioned in November, 2022 in the States of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Goa, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra & Assam-
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267
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Total
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6639
This information was given by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal in a written reply to the Lok Sabha today.